Testseek.com have collected 71 expert reviews of the Apple Mac mini - Late 2009 MC238 / MC239 and the average rating is 74%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Apple Mac mini - Late 2009 MC238 / MC239.
March 2009
(74%)
71 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Tiny size; significantly improved graphics performance compared to older models; dual video outputs with support for extended Desktop mode and 30-inch displays; five USB ports; FireWire 800.
Slow hard drive; difficult to upgrade; $200 premium over $599 model doesn’t get you many improvements.
The new Mac mini models provide the most significant upgrades to the line yet, offering slightly better CPU performance, considerably improved video capabilities, increased expandability, and better wireless technology. The result is that for the firs...
NVIDIA GeForce 9400M graphics processor provides better performance, FireWire 800 port delivers fast access to external hard drives, 5 USB 2.0 ports, Built–in 802.11n WiFi and Bluetooth 2.1, Duallayer DVD burner (SuperDrive).
5400 rpm hard drives, Small hard drives (120, 250, and 320 GB options), Limited RAM space (4 GB), Few userserviceable or expandable parts.
Compact. Energy efficient. Quiet. Dual-core performance. Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n and Bluetooth built in. New iLife 09. Mac Os X 10.5 Windows compatible. FireWire 800 now standard.
No Blu-ray option. No keyboard or mouse included. DisplayPort is still a nascent technology. 30-inch LCD support requires optional DVI adapter.
The minis new internals bring it up to the same performance level as Apples MacBook, and thats a good thing. Its the nettop-sized desktop thats a better alternative for many users....
Abstract: The Mac Mini is the greatest Mac that never was, always just a little too expensive and/or a little too underfeatured to be perfect. This time it's closer than ever to perfection—but still falls short. Sure, a $500 price tag would be great...
Competitive Nvidia G9400M graphic chip; includes updated iLife 09 suite; energy efficient; space-saving chassis retains distinct design.
Similarly priced PCs offer increased functionality for more than $100 less; phone support only lasts 90 days from purchase.
While were still impressed with the Mac Minis ability to pack so much into a tight package, Apple cant get away from its PC competitors that offer more features for less money. If saving space and the Mac OS are dominating factors, then the new Mac ...
If you demand a small, relatively affordable Mac, the Mac Mini is your only option. Otherwise, you can find Windows-based small form factor desktops that offer more interesting features with better value.
Poor performance for its price , Not as living-room-friendly as its Windows-based competition
If you demand a small, relatively affordable Mac, the Mac Mini is your only option. Otherwise, you can find Windows-based small form factor desktops that offer more interesting features with better value....
Abstract: Back in March, when I —officially called the —Apple’s smallest desktop computer had just received a long-overdue refresh: it had been since the company had touched the Mac mini line. But that update was the most significant in the history of the line;...
Decently priced, reasonably powerful, small and attractive design, DisplayPort connection
No HDMI, 5400rpm hard drive
With the latest upgrade, the price gap between the Mac Mini and other Apple computers has widened. For the price, you get decent power and a small case that will fit into the tightest of spaces. ...
